Associate, Media & Strategic Communications

Capital V Strategies • New York City, NY

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About The Position

Capital V is hiring media-driven Associates to help lead earned comms for a portfolio of high-growth clients. You’ll shape narratives, pitch top-tier outlets, and serve as a trusted partner to founders and operators. Ideal candidates bring a sharp news sense, strong writing, and 3+ years of Public Relations (PR) or Journalism experience. You’ll own the full media execution for high-growth clients—helping shape how founders show up in the press and driving visibility where it matters most.

Requirements

• 2+ years in financial/tech PR or journalism (agency experience ideal), with a portfolio of earned media wins
• Skilled writer and communicator with sound editorial judgment
• Self-starter with an eye for what’s newsworthy and timely
• Excited to grow fast, take ownership, and learn at the founder level

Responsibilities

• Pitch and secure coverage across Bloomberg, WSJ, TechCrunch, Axios, and others
• Translate founder POVs into smart, compelling storylines
• Draft press releases, backgrounders, messaging, and prep docs
• Cultivate a growing network of media contacts
• Support media and visibility plans for launches, fundraises, and special projects
• Craft investor decks, op-eds, and rapid-response press for fundraises/launches

Benefits

• Accelerated Growth: Our founder and managing partner mentors you as a future director from day one—with real exposure to high-level strategy and decision-making
• Portfolio-Building: Shape narratives for category-defining companies, founders, and funds at pivotal moments
• Elite Access: Work directly with investors and innovators who are actively changing industries
• Founder-Led Momentum: Be part of the next chapter from a founder who built and sold one of the most respected firms in the industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed